Entrepreneur’s dome oasis turns his business into a year-round attraction. Howard Barewin loves entertaining people on an island of paradise in Martin City. That’s why the end of warm weather every year made him so unhappy. The first chilly winds that whipped through the neighborhood always signaled the shutdown of [continue reading]
How did the last recession impact your life? The downturn officially lasted from 2007 to 2009 but the economy started struggling before that and took many more years to recover. While jobs were lost and businesses vanished, the recession also played a role in the rise of entrepreneurs who are [continue reading]
Retail fundraising operation builds success in Martin City. Food and fun make Martin City a popular destination, but did you know there’s an emerging retail magnet attracting thousands to our neighborhood every week? After only one year in business, Habitat ReStore has already raked in a million dollars in revenue. [continue reading]
Martin City anchors prolific cleanup, disposal, and event support operation. Over the past 36 years, entrepreneur Gale Holsman has served thousands of homeowners, businesses, and event planners under the umbrella enterprise known as American Companies. His business continues to thrive, thanks in part to the recent redevelopment of 18 acres [continue reading]
"Please put Holmes Road infrastructure improvements on the fast track!" Revitalization efforts are transforming Martin City, creating opportunity and strengthening the economic profile of Kansas City, Missouri. Look at a map and you can easily see how it’s all tied together by the intersection of two major thoroughfares: 135th Street [continue reading]
Community leaders look forward to guiding revitalization momentum. The Martin City Community Improvement District (MCCID) is proud to announce Brad Ziegler and Nick Mosakowski have joined our Board of Directors. Mosakowski has also taken on the position of Treasurer, and veteran Board member Howard Barewin is moving into the position [continue reading]
Respected president ensures a smooth start to South KC Chamber's arrangement with the Martin City CID. As the Martin City Community Improvement District (MCCID) begins its second year under the management of the South Kansas City Chamber (SKCC), the neighborhood is thriving and proving that nonprofits can make a difference [continue reading]
Electrical contractor settles into the community with high standards. Regardless of the type of work you need, trust is everything when you hire a contractor. You can’t help but worry about the experience and the results when you take a chance on someone new. That’s why KC Pros Electric co-owners [continue reading]
Tech company thrives on neighborly culture and hometown values. As you drive down Holmes Road north of 135th street, it’s hard to miss the Fishtech campus where some of the most advanced technologies and specialized expertise are quietly protecting companies and public institutions across the country. Modern architecture with a [continue reading]
Liquor store settles into Martin City with an appreciation for community. If you believe in always putting family first, you have something in common with PragNesh Patel. “Nash” as he’s commonly known, gave up his own career plans to devote himself to helping his family’s business succeed. Now the success [continue reading]
